AmazonSecurity Tech Operations Engineer, Amazon Security Hardware
Amazon is hiring a Security Tech Operations Engineer, Amazon Security Hardware. It pays $84k-$147k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Level.
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Assess AWS hardware integrity, test security controls, and perform root cause analysis across the hardware lifecycle.
The HSCS organization exists to set the bar for AWS hardware life cycle security from design through end of life and drives durable mechanisms to meet requirements. If you have experience in areas such as modern semiconductor manufacturing and test, hardware/firmware analysis, or supply chain security your expertise is needed more than ever and we are interested in talking to you!
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience diagnosing and troubleshooting electronics PCB assemblies, including proficiency with test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, X-ray systems, shredders, and decap tools. They will demonstrate strong analytical judgment in interpreting test results and applying findings, supported by a solid understanding of hardware security fundamentals.
Key job responsibilities
Ability to work independently on projects and understand the fundamentals of hardware
Perform testing, automation, root cause analysis and generating engineering artifacts
Develop and review SOPs for operation, equipment, testing and analysis
Develop and review engineering reports with internal team and internal customer prior to publishing
Complete engineering tasks using SOPs
Collaborate with other engineers on daily work, asset management, and test procedures
Drive a security mindset and provide guidance across all functions and operations
Capability to audit and review operational activities (ie. - cycle count, physical security, inventory management, etc.)
Focused on continuous improvement to improve automation and efficiency of operations
A day in the life
In this role you will help assess risks to AWS infrastructure by validating hardware security controls through inspection and testing of various devices across the whole lifecycle beginning with suppliers and ending in decommissioning. You will help implement, refine, and execute testing plans for projects exercising both simple and advanced testing techniques, oversee their execution, provide revision and follow-on testing, and perform analysis and reporting of the data. You will assist in refining and growing our capabilities to provide pinnacle protection to all of Amazon and its customers while working with fellow security professionals from across Amazon as well as supplier and data center operations teams to partner in keeping AWS infrastructure secure.
About the team
Diverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Why Amazon Security
At Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences. Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon’s products and services. We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve.
Inclusive Team Culture
In Amazon Security, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness. Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.
Training and Career growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Basic qualifications
- 2+ years of quality assurance engineering experience
- Experience in automation testing
- Experience in manual testing
- Experience in UI and API automation testing (Selenium/SOAPUI)
Preferred qualifications
- Experience in API & Mobile testing
- Experience designing and planning test conditions, test scripts, and test data sets to ensure appropriate and adequate coverage and control
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, KY, Hebron - 84,100.00 - 147,200.00 USD annually
How we rate this
Security Tech Operations Engineer, Amazon Security Hardware at Amazon rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
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- Tell me about a project where hardware security was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where pcb troubleshooting was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where root cause analysis was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where supply chain security was part of your work. What did you do?
- Tell me about a project where testing was part of your work. What did you do?
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- List these exact terms on your resume: Hardware Security, Pcb Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Supply Chain Security, and Testing. An applicant tracking system matches the wording, not the idea.
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